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Soft Tissue Filler
Restylane®
Restylane® is a safe and natural cosmetic dermal filler that restores fullness and volume to the skin. Restylane® aims to soften moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds, such as nasolabial folds. This filler is made of non-animal-based hyaluronic acid, which is a natural substance that exists in the human body. Studies have shown that the average treatment results last six months or longer.
Restylane FAQs:
What is Restylane?
Restylane is a safe, natural cosmetic dermal filler able to soften moderate to severe facial wrinkles and folds by restoring fullness and volume to the skin. Restylane is injected beneath the skin.
What is Restylane made of?
Restylane is made of non-animal-based hyaluronic acid, which is a natural substance that already exists in the human body.
Who is the best candidate for Restylane treatments?
Men and women who are physically healthy, realistic in their expectations and looking to improve the appearance of facial wrinkles and folds may be good candidates for Restylane. Pregnant or nursing women should not receive Restylane injections.
What can I expect during a consultation for Restylane?
During a consultation for Restylane, you will have a one-on-one discussion with the surgeon about your goals. The face will be examined, a medical history taken, and your options discussed. All aspects of the procedure, including the technique, the facility, the anesthesia, the recovery, the costs and the risks will be explained.
Where are Restylane treatments performed?
Restylane is a quick, non-surgical injection that can be administered in a surgeon's office.
Is anesthesia used during the Restylane treatment?
Some form of anesthesia may be used to optimize the patient's comfort. This may include a numbing agent, topical anesthetic or a local anesthetic.
How is the Restylane treatment performed?
A numbing agent or topical or local anesthetic may first be administered and then a very fine needle is used to inject the Restylane into the skin. It is injected in very small amounts and the results are nearly immediate. Patients typically experience minimal discomfort during the process.
How long does a Restylane treatment take to perform?
Restylane injections are quick and take only fifteen to thirty minutes to administer.
Is there any pain during the Restylane injection?
There is typically minimal discomfort during the Restylane injection, though patients may experience some temporary discomfort after the procedure.
What is the recovery like after a Restylane treatment?
Though recovery after Restylane treatment will vary for each individual patient, most are able to immediately resume their normal activities. Some swelling or redness may occur at the injection site, though this typically fades within a week. Ice packs can be used if the treated area feels irritated. Patients will need to avoid exercise and alcohol consumption for about six hours, and sunbathing and cold outdoor activities should be postponed until any redness or swelling has cleared up.
Will I need to take time off from work after undergoing a Restylane treatment?
After the Restylane treatment, most patients are able to immediately return to work and other normal activities. However, exercise and alcohol consumption should be avoided for about six hours, and sunbathing and cold outdoor activities should be avoided until any redness or swelling has faded.
Are there any risks or complications associated with Restylane?
Restylane treatments involve few significant risks, though side effects may include temporary swelling and redness.
Will insurance cover the cost of a Restylane injection?
Restylane treatments are usually not covered by insurance if they are performed for purely cosmetic purposes.
How long do the results of Restylane last?
Though the duration of Restylane results will vary from patient to patient, studies have shown that the average treatment results last six months or longer. |
